14-Day Sri Lanka Tour Package: Sigiriya, Kandy, Nuwara Eliya, Ella Train, Yala Safari, Galle, Bentota & Colombo
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Complete round-island Sri Lanka itinerary: culture, tea country, wildlife, beaches, and city life
UNESCO highlights: Sigiriya, Dambulla, Polonnaruwa, Galle Fort, and Kandy’s Temple of the Tooth
Wildlife encounters: Minneriya/Kaudulla elephant safari and Yala (or Udawalawe) safari
Tea-country magic: Nuwara Eliya gardens, factory tasting, and the scenic Nanu Oya–Ella train
Soft adventure: Ambuluwawa Tower viewpoints and Kitulgala white‑water rafting (Grade 2–3+)
Coastal finale: Mirissa/Unawatuna beaches, whale watching in season (Dec–Mar), Bentota river safari
Private A/C vehicle with licensed English-speaking driver-guide; flexible 3–5 star stays and meal plans
Season-smart option: swap the south coast for Trincomalee/Passikudah in May–Sep on request
Balanced pace with most drives 2–5 hours, built-in photo/tea stops, and family-friendly timing
Assistance with reserved scenic-train seats, ethical safari teams, and priority entrance timing
Halal/vegetarian-friendly dining available; child seats and Arabic/English-speaking assistance on request
Typical drive times: CMB→Negombo 20–30 min; Negombo→Sigiriya 4–5h; Sigiriya→Kandy 2.5–3.5h; Kandy→Nawalapitiya 1.5–2h; Tea country→Kitulgala→Nuwara Eliya 4–5h; Nanu Oya→Ella train 2.5–3h; Ella→Yala 3–4h; Yala→Mirissa 2.5–3h; Galle→Bentota 1–1.5h; Bentota→Colombo 1.5–2h
Day 1 Arrival – Negombo
Meet-and-greet at Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB). Short transfer to Negombo.
Relaxing beach/canal walk; optional seafood dinner. Overnight in Negombo.
Day 2 Negombo – Dambulla – Sigiriya
Drive to the Cultural Triangle. Tour Dambulla Cave Temples (UNESCO).
Check in at Sigiriya/Habarana; evening Pidurangala Rock sunset (optional).
Overnight in Sigiriya/Habarana.
Day 3 Polonnaruwa – Minneriya/Kaudulla Safari – Sigiriya
Morning tour of Polonnaruwa ancient city (UNESCO).
Afternoon elephant safari at Minneriya or Kaudulla (park chosen by rangers; Jul–Sep often “The Gathering”).
Overnight in Sigiriya/Habarana.
Day 4 Sigiriya Lion Rock – Village Experience – Kandy
Early climb of Sigiriya Lion Rock. Traditional village lunch/ox-cart & lake boat experience (optional).
Transfer to Kandy via Matale (spice garden optional). Evening lake walk.
Overnight in Kandy.
Day 5 Kandy City – Temple of the Tooth – Ambuluwawa – Tea Country Stay
Temple of the Tooth, Bahirawakanda Big Buddha, and Kandy View Point.
Drive to Ambuluwawa Tower for panoramic photos.
Continue to a quiet tea-country stay around Nawalapitiya. Overnight in tea country.
Day 6 Pinnawala (Excursion) – Kitulgala Rafting – Nuwara Eliya
Morning visit to Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage with optional lunch by the Ma Oya River.
Head to Kitulgala for white‑water rafting (Grade 2–3+, guided and safe).
Ascend to Nuwara Eliya; stroll Victoria Park/Gregory Lake. Overnight in Nuwara Eliya.
Day 7 Nuwara Eliya – Hakgala/Tea Factory – Leisure
Visit Hakgala Botanical Garden or hike Horton Plains (World’s End) if you prefer a longer walk.
Tea factory and tasting; relaxed afternoon in “Little England.” Overnight in Nuwara Eliya.
Day 8 Scenic Train Nanu Oya → Ella – Nine Arch Bridge
Transfer to Nanu Oya Station; ride the famed highland train to Ella (reserved seats on request).
Nine Arch Bridge timed for a passing train; optional Little Adam’s Peak at sunset.
Overnight in Ella.
Day 9 Ella Highlights – Transfer to Yala (or Udawalawe)
Easy morning: viewpoints/mini hikes or a tea estate walk.
Drive to Yala (or Udawalawe if you prefer elephants focus). Sunset by the lodge.
Overnight near the national park.
Day 10 Safari – South Coast (Mirissa/Unawatuna)
Dawn jeep safari: leopards (in Yala), elephants, crocs, and rich birdlife.
Transfer to Mirissa/Unawatuna; beach sunset. Overnight on the south coast.
Day 11 South Coast Leisure – Whale Watching (Seasonal)
Beach day. Optional whale watching from Mirissa (Dec–Mar), snorkeling, or a private sailing cruise.
Galle Fort evening stroll and rampart views. Overnight on the south coast or in Galle.
Day 12 Galle – Bentota (Madu River Safari & Turtles)
Explore Galle Fort by day. Transfer to Bentota.
Madu River mangrove safari and Kosgoda turtle conservation visit.
Overnight in Bentota.
Day 13 Bentota – Colombo City Tour
Morning watersports or beach time. Drive to Colombo.
City highlights: Old Dutch Hospital precinct, Gangaramaya Temple, Independence Square, and local food tour.
Overnight in Colombo (or Negombo if you prefer to stay closer to the airport).
Day 14 Colombo/Negombo – Airport Departure
Private transfer to CMB for your flight. If time allows, last-minute shopping or café stop.